On December 30, 2024, India marked a historic moment in its space exploration journey. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its maiden space docking mission, named the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) . With this achievement, India has become the fourth nation to develop autonomous docking technology, joining the ranks of the United States, Russia, and China. The Vision Behind SpaDeX The primary goal of the SpaDeX mission is to demonstrate autonomous rendezvous and docking (AR&D) technology between two satellites in orbit. This groundbreaking capability is essential for advancing future space exploration, including human spaceflight, satellite servicing, and even the operation of modular space stations. The mission deployed two satellites, each weighing 220 kilograms , into a 470-kilometer orbit. Over the coming weeks, these satellites will autonomously navigate and dock with each other, showcasing India's ability to develop an...
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